Philip James

Philip James is a researcher affiliated with Newcastle University (School of Engineering) and the University of Salford (School of Environment and Life Sciences). His work bridges computer science, urban infrastructure, and geospatial analytics.

• Key research themes include Internet of Things (IoT), edge computing, smart city applications, and disaster management.
• Recent projects involve developing simulation frameworks like IoTSim-Edge and IoTSim-Osmosis for modeling IoT and edge environments.

His publications show a strong focus on sensor networks, geospatial data, and urban resilience. He has contributed to advancing ontology-based systems for emergency response and smart transport solutions using CCTV and stereo cameras.

Philip James collaborates extensively with researchers like Rajiv Ranjan, Stuart Barr, and Tejal Shah, working on applications ranging from landslide detection to social media analytics in crises.